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Assistant Director

North Carolina State University

$70,000 - $80,000

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Dec 04, 2025

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194372EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Assistant Director
Anticipated Hiring Range	$70,000 - $80,000
Work Schedule	Monday -Friday; 8 am-5 pm; Some nights and weekend work and travel.
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research
About the Department	About the NC State College of Education As one of the nation's top-ranked colleges of education, NC State's College of Education leads the way in North Carolina in preparing extraordinary educators, conducting transformational research, and engaging communities where they are to improve the educational outcomes of all learners and advance the greater good. The college's faculty are widely-recognized thought leaders who use their research to transform the practice of teaching, learning, and leading. They have particular strengths in improving technology-enhanced learning and teaching; fostering community-based learning and PK-16 partnerships; and innovating leadership and workforce development, educational policy, and evaluation. About two-thirds of the faculty are grant active. They are engaged in over 225 active projects totaling $151 million, making them the most productive in terms of research activity compared with other colleges of education in North Carolina and among the Top 5% in the nation. In FY24, the college's research expenditures exceeded $20 million. The college has over 1,600 students studying across five graduate certificates, seven undergraduate majors, two undergraduate minors, 13 master's degrees, three Ph.D., and two Ed.D. programs housed in three academic departments: Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development; Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education; and Teacher Education and Learning Sciences, with approximately 130 tenure-track and professional-track faculty, 110 support and professional staff, and about 160 graduate and teaching assistants. The College of Education is also home to the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research, the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, and Elevate, NC State's inclusive postsecondary education program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The college has over 18,000 living alumni, with over 6,000 working in public schools in every county in North Carolina. Those who are teachers rate among the highest in effectiveness on surveys of school employers in North Carolina. NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State's land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution's mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university. About the Belk Center The Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research develops and sustains exceptional community college leaders who are committed to advancing college access and student success, the social and economic mobility of their colleges' students, and the economic competitiveness of their regions. The center provides professional development and research related to current and emerging student success opportunities and challenges facing community college leaders and policymakers in North Carolina and the nation.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	The Assistant Director of Research and Evaluation leads and supports a team of researchers conducting high-quality studies for community college stakeholders, including college presidents, policymakers, and practitioners. You will be responsible for guiding the design, execution, and dissemination of qualitative and quantitative research, and ensuring findings meaningfully inform decision-making across the state. Working closely with research leadership, project teams, and external collaborators, you will advance a broad research agenda and manage key evaluation initiatives across multiple grants and statewide programs. Core Responsibilities fall into two key areas outlined below. Research Operations & Design: Collaborate with research leadership to organize documentation and data related to the research agenda and develop project-relevant content for convenings (e.g., data workbooks, PPT slides). Manage research and evaluation for North Carolina's replication of the CUNY ASAP model through the Boost project and federally funded grants including Title III, Rural Postsecondary Economic Development, and the Institute for Education Sciences. Develop and write reports, executive summaries, and scholarly articles to disseminate findings, independently or within groups. Design qualitative and quantitative evaluation approaches, collect data, and prepare, organize, and analyze datasets to support high-quality research. Publish or co-publish research and present findings at regional and national conferences. Travel as needed to engage with stakeholders in study design, data collection, and dissemination. Project & Team Leadership: Support the development of research skills with graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and external collaborators. Collaborate with associate directors of research and evaluation to meet established grant timelines and deliverables. Support and guide a team of researchers that may include graduate students. If you are energized by leading meaningful research, collaborating with a wide variety of stakeholders, and shaping insights that strengthen community colleges, we encourage you to apply.
Other Responsibilities	In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department's operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor's degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis.
Other Required Qualifications	Advanced knowledge of and experience working with qualitative data or longitudinal data sets at the student level. Experience conducting research using qualitative coding and thematic memo-ing or quantitative statistics and quasi-experimental designs Knowledge of the unique context of community colleges. Expertise using qualitative software such as Dedoose or Invivo or statistical software such as Stata, SPSS, R, or SAS Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills High attention to detail, accuracy, and quality control
Preferred Qualifications	Ph.D or equivalent doctorate (e.g., Ed.D.) in appropriate field Substantial knowledge of the North Carolina Community Colleges
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	12/04/2025
Anticipated Close Date	Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for at least three professional references.

Position Details

Position Number	00111612
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	134001 - Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.